Traveling to Ireland with my Ex-1R and batteries at DVinfo.net

Ronnie Martin · September 9th, 2011, 05:14 PM

I am traveling from the US to Ireland next week and taking my Ex-1r complete with two Bpu-60 batteries and charger in my carry on camera bag. I have been on the TSA site and the information is not clear with respect to the Lithium Ion batteries. One will be attached to the Ex-1R and the spare will be attached to my charger. Also I have AA 1.5 volt dry cell regular non chargeable batteries in my Sony wireless microphone and wireless receiver. I also am bringing 4 AA spare batteries with the terminals taped and in a clear plastic bag.

Does anyone see any problem with the TSA folks with this set up?

Thanks

Ronnie Martin
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Chris Medico · September 9th, 2011, 05:18 PM

None. The u60 battery is below the limit.

Allan Black · September 9th, 2011, 05:39 PM

I'd check with all your airlines prior about carry-on weight limits, and apart from the EX-1R attached battery, pack the other batteries in your check in luggage. The aftermath of the tragic Sept 11 is still with us.

We were in Ireland last July and loved it, make sure you take time to sightsee .. and pack your Irish Whisky samples in your check in for the return trip :) Safe travelling.

Cheers.

Les Wilson · September 9th, 2011, 08:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Allan Black

... apart from the EX-1R attached battery, pack the other batteries in your check in luggage. ...

According to this site:
Safe Travel

You cannot put your lithium ion EX1r batteries in your checked bags.

I put a piece of gaff tape over the contacts of batteries other than the one on my camera.

Ronnie Martin · September 10th, 2011, 12:10 PM

Thanks folks for the information. I feel better now about traveling with my camera batteries. BTW I read the TSA report that said the lithium ion batteries were not to be packed in the checked baggage. It seems that the problem is the risk of fire in the baggage area rather than in the cabin. Also I packed a small roll of gaffers tape just incase there is something else I need to tape besides the batteries.

Thanks again

Ronnie

Shaun Roemich · September 10th, 2011, 01:23 PM

And make sure to arrive at the airport EARLY as TSA authorities have pretty much final say "on the day" regardless of what the regs say and it may take a while to sort out that you ARE allowed to transport the batteries. I've had to educate gate folks on smaller carriers before...

Allan Black · September 10th, 2011, 03:39 PM

Ooops better start carrying my batts on board, never been stopped yet but there's always a first time. Thanks Les.

Cheers.

Les Wilson · September 10th, 2011, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shaun Roemich

And make sure to arrive at the airport EARLY as TSA authorities have pretty much final say "on the day" regardless of what the regs say and it may take a while to sort out that you ARE allowed to transport the batteries. I've had to educate gate folks on smaller carriers before...

So true. My last trip I had printouts of the regulations.... in case.

Chuck Fishbein · September 12th, 2011, 10:40 AM

I have traveled to Ireland several times carrying either an EX1 or an EX3 + Sony wide angle and 3 BPU-60s, (plus whatever else will fit) all in a Kata backpack. Never a battery issue on either Aer Lingus or Continental.

Just be patient and be sure to allow yourself lots of extra time because they will stop and either check your bag by hand or swab it for chemical residue.

Always take your camera out of the bag and put it in a separate tray prior to the x-ray.

Also, having shot in Ireland dozens of times, I suggest you bring at least a .6 ND grad filter because the difference between the sky and the lush greenery is always a great.

Enjoy!

Mary Crowley · September 12th, 2011, 11:47 AM

Welcome Ronnie! Whereabouts will you be filming?

September 9th, 2011, 05:14 PM	#1
Ronnie Martin Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Brandon, Ms 39042 USA Posts: 159	Traveling to Ireland with my Ex-1R and batteries I am traveling from the US to Ireland next week and taking my Ex-1r complete with two Bpu-60 batteries and charger in my carry on camera bag. I have been on the TSA site and the information is not clear with respect to the Lithium Ion batteries. One will be attached to the Ex-1R and the spare will be attached to my charger. Also I have AA 1.5 volt dry cell regular non chargeable batteries in my Sony wireless microphone and wireless receiver. I also am bringing 4 AA spare batteries with the terminals taped and in a clear plastic bag. Does anyone see any problem with the TSA folks with this set up? Thanks Ronnie Martin Page 1 __________________ Ronnie Martin Kato Video

September 9th, 2011, 05:18 PM	#2
Chris Medico Inner Circle Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Efland NC, USA Posts: 2,322	Re: Traveling to Ireland with my Ex-1R and batteries None. The u60 battery is below the limit. __________________ http://www.LandYachtMedia.com

September 9th, 2011, 05:39 PM	#3
Allan Black Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Sydney. Posts: 2,927	Re: Traveling to Ireland with my Ex-1R and batteries I'd check with all your airlines prior about carry-on weight limits, and apart from the EX-1R attached battery, pack the other batteries in your check in luggage. The aftermath of the tragic Sept 11 is still with us. We were in Ireland last July and loved it, make sure you take time to sightsee .. and pack your Irish Whisky samples in your check in for the return trip :) Safe travelling. Cheers. __________________ Drink more tap water. On admission at Sydney hospitals more than 5% of day patients are de-hydrated.

September 10th, 2011, 12:10 PM	#5
Ronnie Martin Regular Crew Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Brandon, Ms 39042 USA Posts: 159	Re: Traveling to Ireland with my Ex-1R and batteries Thanks folks for the information. I feel better now about traveling with my camera batteries. BTW I read the TSA report that said the lithium ion batteries were not to be packed in the checked baggage. It seems that the problem is the risk of fire in the baggage area rather than in the cabin. Also I packed a small roll of gaffers tape just incase there is something else I need to tape besides the batteries. Thanks again Ronnie __________________ Ronnie Martin Kato Video

September 10th, 2011, 01:23 PM	#6
Shaun Roemich Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Vancouver, British Columbia (formerly Winnipeg, Manitoba) Canada Posts: 4,088	Re: Traveling to Ireland with my Ex-1R and batteries And make sure to arrive at the airport EARLY as TSA authorities have pretty much final say "on the day" regardless of what the regs say and it may take a while to sort out that you ARE allowed to transport the batteries. I've had to educate gate folks on smaller carriers before... __________________ Shaun C. Roemich Road Dog Media - Vancouver, BC - Videographer - Webcaster www.roaddogmedia.ca Blog: http://roaddogmedia.wordpress.com/

September 10th, 2011, 03:39 PM	#7
Allan Black Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Sydney. Posts: 2,927	Re: Traveling to Ireland with my Ex-1R and batteries Ooops better start carrying my batts on board, never been stopped yet but there's always a first time. Thanks Les. Cheers. __________________ Drink more tap water. On admission at Sydney hospitals more than 5% of day patients are de-hydrated.

September 12th, 2011, 10:40 AM	#9
Chuck Fishbein Major Player Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Weehawken New Jersey Posts: 210	Re: Traveling to Ireland with my Ex-1R and batteries I have traveled to Ireland several times carrying either an EX1 or an EX3 + Sony wide angle and 3 BPU-60s, (plus whatever else will fit) all in a Kata backpack. Never a battery issue on either Aer Lingus or Continental. Just be patient and be sure to allow yourself lots of extra time because they will stop and either check your bag by hand or swab it for chemical residue. Always take your camera out of the bag and put it in a separate tray prior to the x-ray. Also, having shot in Ireland dozens of times, I suggest you bring at least a .6 ND grad filter because the difference between the sky and the lush greenery is always a great. Enjoy!

September 12th, 2011, 11:47 AM	#10
Mary Crowley Regular Crew Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Ireland Posts: 31	Re: Traveling to Ireland with my Ex-1R and batteries Welcome Ronnie! Whereabouts will you be filming?